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Life of a Civil War Soldier off-site

Program Description:

In this hands-on program students will get an in-depth look at the everyday life of a Civil War soldier. Whether fighting for the Union or the Confederacy, soldiers on both sides faced the same challenges and were similarly equipped. Through group discussion and compare & contrast students will gain a better understanding of what being a soldier in the Civil War was really like. Hands-on items include replica Civil War clothing, shoes, haversacks, and bullets (mini-balls). In addition to an up-close view of a reproduction Civil War musket rifle, students will learn the steps necessary to load and fire the rifle musket.

Students will learn about:

The daily life of a soldier

Uniforms worn by both Union and Confederate Infantry soldiers

Equipment soldiers carried

Food soldiers ate

What soldiers did for entertainment

Civil War weapons

Length: 60 minutes*

*Note: When making the reservation please inform park staff of the length of the class period in which this program will be given. The program can be adjusted as needed.